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bournemouth Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
03:02pm

Swell

Flat

Cross-offshore wind

Cross

10mph

Rising tide

High

04:13pm

Weather

7°C

13°C

4/3mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 21 Nov

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 21mph 29mph	Flat	5°C
Flat	On 21mph 29mph	Flat	5°C
Flat	Cross 18mph 23mph	Flat	5°C
Flat	Cross 14mph 17mph	Flat	5°C
Flat	Cross 10mph 11mph	Flat	7°C
Flat	Cross 9mph 10mph	Flat	7°C
Flat	Cross 8mph 10mph	Flat	8°C
Flat	On 13mph 15mph	Flat	9°C

Today 22 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 13s		On 24mph 28mph	Flat	12°C 0.87mm/h
1-4ft 11s	0-1ft 6s	Cross 17mph 20mph	0-1ft 6s	11°C 0.38mm/h
4-5ft 7s	2ft 7s	Cross 12mph 15mph	2ft 7s	11°C

Tommorrow 23 Nov

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 5s	Cross 27mph 33mph	Flat	12°C 0.18mm/h
0-1ft 4s	Cross 28mph 34mph	Flat	11°C 0.09mm/h
0-3ft 4s	Cross 28mph 34mph	Flat	11°C

Monday 24 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-5ft 8s		Cross 27mph 34mph	Flat	9°C 0.29mm/h
5-6ft 8s		Cross 23mph 30mph	Flat	10°C 0.2mm/h
4-5ft 9s	0-1ft 10s	Cross 27mph 36mph	0-1ft 10s	9°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 10s	1ft 6s	Cross 24mph 31mph	1ft 6s	8°C
1ft 10s	0-1ft 11s	Cross 23mph 30mph	0-1ft 11s	9°C
1ft 9s	1ft 8s	Cross 21mph 29mph	1ft 8s	9°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 11s	Cross 4mph 5mph	Flat	8°C
1ft 10s	On 7mph 9mph	Flat	9°C
1ft 10s	On 11mph 13mph	Flat	10°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 9s	On 24mph 27mph	Flat	12°C
1ft 9s	On 26mph 30mph	Flat	12°C
1ft 9s	On 28mph 32mph	Flat	12°C 0.06mm/h

Friday 28 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 8s	1ft 7s	Cross 26mph 31mph	1ft 7s	13°C 0.47mm/h
1ft 10s	1ft 8s	On 25mph 30mph	1ft 8s	12°C 0.59mm/h
1-2ft 11s	0-1ft 8s	Cross 21mph 26mph	0-1ft 8s	12°C 0.52mm/h

Saturday 29 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 8s	1-2ft 7s	Cross 25mph 29mph	1-2ft 7s	12°C 0.06mm/h
3ft 12s	1ft 4s	On 32mph 39mph	1ft 4s	12°C 0.08mm/h
3-4ft 12s	1ft 4s	On 39mph 50mph	1ft 4s	12°C 0.21mm/h

Sunday 30 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4-5ft 10s	1ft 8s	Cross 21mph 25mph	1ft 8s	11°C 0.72mm/h
2-4ft 10s	1ft 9s	Cross 29mph 37mph	1ft 9s	12°C 1.48mm/h
2ft 9s	1ft 11s	On 30mph 39mph	1ft 11s	12°C 0.62mm/h

Historical data

Location guide

Bournemouth, a popular seaside resort on the southern coast of England, is notable for its surfing conditions. Although it cannot compete with world-class destinations like Hawaii or Australia, the surf in Bournemouth provides an exciting and user-friendly experience for both beginner and intermediate surfers. Being adjacent to the English Channel, Bournemouth's surfing conditions are predominantly dependent on the prevailing wind conditions. The wind tends to blow from the South and South West quite often, generating rideable waves for surfers. The warmer months between April and October typically provide the most consistent conditions for surfing, with swells reaching between 2 to 5 feet on a good day. Bournemouth's sandy beach break offers safe and forgiving surf conditions ideal for beginners or those seeking to improve their skills without the dangers of a rocky outcrop or heavy rip currents. While the power of the waves might not be suitable for advanced surfers seeking an adrenaline rush, the waves' fun and playful nature provides ample opportunities for intermediate surfers to cut their teeth on trickier maneuvers and refine their techniques. One unique feature of Bournemouth is the presence of the UK's first artificial surf reef at Boscombe, Bournemouth. While the surf reef has had mixed reviews and varied success, it does produce a wave under specific conditions. When it works, surfers can experience a far quicker and more challenging ride than the beach break alone. Bournemouth's approach to facilities and surf culture can't be understated. There are a plethora of surf schools and rental shops near the beach, making it convenient for those without their own equipment. Local surf schools are beneficial, especially for beginners, providing valuable insights into surf etiquette, wave judgment, and effective paddling techniques. In conclusion, while Bournemouth might not produce world-class waves, it's a fantastic place to learn and consistently surf. Its welcoming environment, combined with decent surf conditions and easily accessible surf infrastructure, make it an attractive destination in the UK for beginner and intermediate surfers.